kill them! Leaked Audio Implicates Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Order in 2024 Protests
Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2025 1:29 am
A recently surfaced audio recording, confirmed as authentic by the BBC, has triggered global outrage and intense debate, as it reportedly features Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina approving the use of deadly force against student demonstrators in July 2024. The protesters had been demanding reforms and expressing dissent over various national issues, including education policy, governance, and corruption.
The recording reportedly details a conversation in which the Prime Minister instructs senior officials to suppress the demonstrations "by any means necessary," a statement critics interpret as a green light for violent crackdowns. The BBC’s verification of the audio has heightened international scrutiny of the Bangladeshi government's response to public dissent, casting doubt on its adherence to democratic principles and respect for human rights.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned the actions, urging an independent investigation into the use of force that resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Meanwhile, government officials have either denied the allegations or refrained from commenting on the matter publicly, claiming national security concerns.
The incident has not only led to domestic outrage but also drawn criticism from the international community, with some calling for diplomatic and economic repercussions. Observers note that this marks a troubling shift in the government’s approach to civil unrest, highlighting the shrinking space for peaceful protest and freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
As the situation unfolds, calls for transparency, accountability, and justice continue to grow, with many urging international bodies to intervene and ensure the protection of basic civil liberties in the country.
The recording reportedly details a conversation in which the Prime Minister instructs senior officials to suppress the demonstrations "by any means necessary," a statement critics interpret as a green light for violent crackdowns. The BBC’s verification of the audio has heightened international scrutiny of the Bangladeshi government's response to public dissent, casting doubt on its adherence to democratic principles and respect for human rights.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned the actions, urging an independent investigation into the use of force that resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Meanwhile, government officials have either denied the allegations or refrained from commenting on the matter publicly, claiming national security concerns.
The incident has not only led to domestic outrage but also drawn criticism from the international community, with some calling for diplomatic and economic repercussions. Observers note that this marks a troubling shift in the government’s approach to civil unrest, highlighting the shrinking space for peaceful protest and freedom of expression in Bangladesh.
As the situation unfolds, calls for transparency, accountability, and justice continue to grow, with many urging international bodies to intervene and ensure the protection of basic civil liberties in the country.